Workplace Diversity in Australia: What Can Australian IT Do to Inspire Better Diversity?

Australia is in a position where it could have a highly diverse IT sector across all lines — gender, sexuality, ethnicity, physical ability and age. Currently, however, it has struggled…

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Browse Safer and Faster Around the World with JellyVPN — Now Just $34.99

This high-speed, unlimited VPN offers quality connections all over the globe. Get huge savings now when you sign up for life at TechRepublic Academy. Image: StackCommerce With cybercrime on the…

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Head of AI and Similar Leadership Roles are Here to Stay, says Deloitte AI Ethicist

Beena Ammanath. Image: Deloitte Head of AI is a trendy new job title, but do businesses actually need someone in this role? What responsibilities does it entail? We asked Beena…

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Accenture’s Kelly Brough Says IT Is Bringing Pragmatism to Australia’s AI Projects

Image: ArieStudio/Adobe Stock Kelly Brough, director of applied intelligence at Accenture Australian enterprises are moving into a “readiness” phase of generative artificial intelligence adoption and will be relying on IT…

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Cisco to Acquire Splunk for $28 Billion, Accelerating AI-Enabled Security and Observability

On Thursday Cisco agreed to buy Splunk in a $28 billion deal intended to address AI-enabled security and observability issues. Image: iStockphoto\/jejim Cisco announced yesterday its intention to acquire Splunk,…

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What Does Closed-Door Meeting With AI Industry Leaders Mean for Business?

Some of the United States’ top tech executives and generative AI development leaders met with senators last Wednesday in a closed-door, bipartisan meeting about possible federal regulations for generative artificial…

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Glassdoor: Dropbox Ranks No. 1 for Culture and Values Among Tech Companies

In a new survey, tech firms received high marks for making employees feel valued, fostering inclusive environments, and offering learning and career growth programs. Image: NDABCREATIVITY/Adobe Stock In a new…

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